We are buying agents, otherwise known as property finders, specialising in finding and securing the most outstanding property in Yorkshire and the north of England for retained private clients. We buy houses, flats, farms, sporting estates, grouse moors, forestry, as well as investment and development opportunities.

We buy the best property in the best locations. We have an encyclopaedic knowledge of the area and an unrivalled network of contacts generated over a combined 30 years agency experience with both Strutt & Parker and Knight Frank.

As proud members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, professionalism, discretion and integrity are the cornerstones of the business and underpin everything we do.

Seeing more property

The best properties seldom make it to the open market or the websites of the traditional estate agent. To see the full spectrum of property both on and off market requires an extensive network of contacts and an exceptional understanding of the target area. We adopt a wholly proactive approach combining old fashioned legwork, state of the art technology and The Search Partnership’s comprehensive database of privately available property.

Saving you time

We meet every client face to face during a no obligation meeting. We want to try and understand your tastes, your specific needs and your search area. We usually meet in your home. We listen. Prime property is wholly subjective and multi-dimensional and we make it a critical part of our business to understand exactly what you want. We give honest and well educated views on what and where to buy and more importantly what not and where not to buy. We don’t mind advising “no”.

Giving you confidence

Identifying the perfect property is only part of our job. Prior to embarking on any negotiation we complete The Search Partnership pre-purchase analysis giving you confidence in the property before we enter into any negotiations on your behalf.

Building the right team

Acquisition only

Our acquisition only service is available to buyers who wish to search for properties themselves but want professional advice to negotiate a purchase on their behalf. Buying any property can be emotive and subjective. Our approach is totally objective and professional.

Rental Search

When relocating to a new area many clients want to rent before they buy. The rental market at the high end is fast paced and with a limited supply of good quality houses; they let quickly. We specialise in the searching for high end rental property and provide the same levels of expertise and service.

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Meet the Team

Tom has spent his entire professional life operating in the Yorkshire property market. Qualifying as a rural practice Chartered Surveyor with Strutt & Parker he then helped establish the Knight Frank Harrogate office before setting up Tom Robinson Property, a buying agency, in 2010. Tom has an exceptional reputation throughout Yorkshire, acting for a diverse client base and has extensive knowledge of high end residential, investment and agricultural property. Tom lives on the edge of Ripon with his wife Shan and three young daughters, Polly, Tessa and Jemima.

Tom Robinson

Toby started professional life in Strutt & Parker’s Newbury office before moving up to London to join the Knight Frank Country House department covering the north of England. He then ran the sales team in Strutt & Parker’s Harrogate office for 4 years. Toby has a wealth of experience in the sale and purchase of the finest country houses, sporting estates and grouse moors in the north of England. Toby lives between Bedale and Ripon with his wife Anna and his boys, Max and Kit.

Toby Milbank

Steven provides invaluable technical support on our clients’ acquisitions. His areas of expertise include all aspects of estate and farm management, landlord and tenant negotiations, valuations, grants and subsidy advice and wayleave and utility compensation claims. Steven is a committee member for the Yorkshire Agricultural Law Association, President of the North Yorkshire and South Durham Association of Agricultural Valuers and an examiner for the CAAV.

Steven Fieldsend

After graduating from Cambridge with an MA in Economics, Charles joined Barclays Bank. He worked for them for seventeen years, during which time he achieved an MBA. In 2001 he became CEO of First Caribbean International Bank, in the Caribbean. In 2008 he was appointed CEO of ASB Bank, the New Zealand banking subsidiary of Commonwealth Bank of Australia and in 2011 he returned to the UK. He is a member of the Audit & Compliance, Nomination and Remuneration Committees. He is a Non-Executive Director of GE Capital Bank and Chairman of The Cherry Tree Trust, a microfinance charity which he founded. Charles brings a wealth of management and leadership experience across a range of disciplines to The Search Partnership.

Charles Pink

Track Record

Hill Farm, Scottish Borders

"Having you to help me to search for a property was such a pleasure. Your skills in finding the right house were outstanding, a calm and caring man. Thank you."

Boroughbridge villages

"We had been searching for a property for 2 ½ years and were very cautious and anxious buyers before we asked for your help. Your knowledge and your contacts proved invaluable, as not only did you find us a lovely property but you advised and guided us every step of the way."

SPORTING ESTATE, YORKSHIRE

"You were outstanding – if only everyone could offer the same levels of service – exceptional"

near Masham

"Thank you again in helping us find our first family home! Your input and patience is greatly appreciated."

near Bedale

"I just wanted to thank you both so much for all your time and help with our purchase we will of course be recommending you to all our pals."

Ripon Villages

"You were able to find us the perfect property. Your knowledge of the local property market and contacts with local estate agents were second to none. We would have no hesitation in highly recommending you."

Howardian Hills

"I wanted thank you for all your help and extensive involvement in my house search, in such a large county, I did not know where to start."

West of Harrogate

"Despite us being so exacting you were incredibly patient and determined throughout our search - we could never have done it without you."

Central Harrogate

"My wife and I would like to warmly and sincerely thank you for making this possible. Your unstinting support and very personal touch throughout the entire process has been invaluable to our family and will not be forgotten."

North York Moors

"After such a rollercoaster ride there were many times when the deal looked uncertain and I am sure that it would have fallen through a long time ago without your expert advice and diplomacy for which we are both extremely grateful.
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Moorland, Northumberland

"Thanks so much Tom, you went above and beyond what we were expecting and we really appreciate it."

West of Harrogate

"The whole family are absolutely thrilled with the idea that we can move in over the weekend. Needless to say the payment for the invoice has been paid by return."

Farm, Yorkshire Dales

"What became clear throughout our search is that you do a huge amount of work behind the scenes, that made all the difference for us. Thank you."

Near York

"Thank you so much for your professional and human approach to this – it was always going to be an emotional deal, being so close to home and you were calm, forthright and in charge. Great."

Woodland, Cumbria

"It has been a pleasure meeting you and I am looking forward to working together in 2016"

Harrogate

"Thank you for all your support throughout our home search"

Near Northallerton

"We are delighted with the property, you have been fantastic in every respect we really couldn't be happier with what you have achieved in a short space of time. Thank you."

Near Ripon

"There are many property professionals in London who could learn a great deal from your confident, calm but dogged approach to the task in hand. I look forward to receiving your fee account which I will settle with pleasure."

Near Thirsk

"Within 6 months we had secured a property that exceeded our expectations. We would thoroughly recommend using you."

Commercial woodland, Cumbria

"You have gone above and beyond in terms of service and advice for which I thank you greatly."

Near Leyburn

"You secured a perfect solution within six months with great professionalism and integrity and as a result of your organised, confidential and thorough approach."

West of Harrogate

"I can only speak very highly of your service and would, without hesitation, certainly recommend “The Search Partnership” to professionals and friends alike."

York

"I would recommend you without a second thought. You have an excellent rapport with sellers, buyers, clients and agents."

Lower Nidderdale

"You found us a fabulous home which we would not otherwise have found and you exceeded our expectations."

Near Harrogate

"Your local property knowledge and contacts proved invaluable in the search and acquisition for our new forever home."